Afternoon Activities San Francisco

Coastal Cleanup Day at Shimada Friendship Park

Join The Watershed Project and Supervisor John Gioia's Office for **Coastal Cleanup Day** at **Shimada Friendship Park** on **September 19, 2026 at 9:00 AM** to cleanup our shoreline and make space for all creatures! [RSVP here!](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/coastal-cleanup-day-at-shimada-friendship-park-tickets-1994883596538?aff=oddtdtcreator) This year's Coastal Cleanup Day theme, **Making Space for All Creatures**, highlights how every piece of litter removed helps create cleaner, healthier habitats for the birds, fish, mammals, and other wildlife that call the Bay home. By caring for our shoreline, we're protecting the places where people and wildlife can thrive together. We're also celebrating the 50th anniversary of the California Coastal Act, the landmark law that has protected California's coast by preserving habitats, safeguarding wildlife, and ensuring public access to our shorelines. Participating in Coastal Cleanup Day is one way we can continue that legacy, helping protect the coast and Bay we all love for generations to come. A huge part of Coastal Cleanup Day is collecting data that helps scientists, communities, and policymakers better understand and prevent marine debris. Along with removing trash, volunteers will participate in interactive educational activities to learn how their efforts contribute to healthier ecosystems and cleaner waterways. Please wear layers, a hat and/or sunscreen, and closed-toe shoes. Cleanup supplies will be provided, but if you have them, please bring a bucket, reusable gloves, and a reusable water bottle to help us reduce waste. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with nature, meet new friends, and make space for all creatures! See you there!

Come Play Mahjong Community Night + Karaoke 🎤 @ Downtown Oakland

SF Bay Area Interactive Fiction Group Meetup

We'll talk about what we're playing and what we're working on, and discuss our plans for world domination. (This agenda is tentative. If you have suggestions for what to play or talk about at the meetup, please post a comment!) For the foreseeable future, we're operating as a hybrid event, where you can meet us in person and online! (Please attend wearing a mask. If wearing a mask is an issue for you, you can always attend via Zoom!) https://us06web.zoom.us/j/97894693608

Mahjong Happy Hour

Protest Petco to Stop Selling Animals

Join us in demanding that Petco stop selling animals! Animals are NOT merchandise. Animals sold in Petco, Petsmart, and other pet stores come from horrifically cruel breeding mills and some species are even kidnapped from their habitats in the wild. Shockingly, the majority of animals bred and shipped to pet stores die before they even reach the store shelf. Selling animals is costing millions of them their lives and it’s time for Petco to stop selling them! **When:** Saturday, September 5th, 2pm **Where:** Meet at Franklin Square at the corner of 16th St and Bryant St, San Francisco. We will walk to Petco together **Accessibility:** We will walk a short distance from the meeting location to the store where we will mostly be standing for about an hour If you would like to learn more about this campaign and get involved in the Bay Area to help end the retail sale of animals in pet stores please sign up at [dxe.io/adoptdontshop](http://dxe.io/adoptdontshop?fbclid=IwcGRvZgFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFQNExud2ZCZmRBQkRCYXJFc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHtrAjAEk5MbhMvXxVVeb8UDNGH5OOltCaqnBHB9nBO11qAvF4RvGaXoXpYhG_aem_1EWAQfIz5VyO7Wb5FivC1g) and take action at [dxe.io/actionsteps](https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fdxe.io%2Factionsteps%3Ffbclid%3DIwcGRvZgFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFQNExud2ZCZmRBQkRCYXJFc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHhhVWzBXx1PuO9vC2ZYAs4oiUHNWj0a--u4hm-kFmj6vms-4QKcdzY--sZZd_aem_eCJGdyJ3UR9Hn1ZBeOovQg&h=AUAWxakAZGHGxacP5NNrwx2vh1ybGV7oLrmAyuwGqlwwTgmNpS9M4FQmDrmZzX3V_WbhwD0dsqdYABRrv-wYd-uNodAUIqxxW9ssE0-NJOMTTGtdrFxJP-DSHOzIfKaFgH5IYI28AeoGYiUxnz5EYU5O9Pu2OwgF&__tn__=q&c%5B0%5D=AUB9cyT-sA-VBxftMLKI3FvOmpKi2tl8NJueWql5aAj6mc-YN4LI4sD7n18Mh89ywVauPyjgRM2X1e62aK8GzqDXXIFqVF9WD1zCNoRdclg8Q3jD0IleYd82xB3wI3ykb6BlyxcZDwmmFR3a_fO2uTRM1Cb1aXMSzfM) \-\-\- Direct Action Everywhere (DxE) is a grassroots network of animal rights activists. Through open rescue, demonstration, and disruption, we help build a world where every animal is safe, happy and free. DxE cultivates a welcoming and supportive community. We ask that all those who attend our events (online and offline) respect our Code of Conduct which can be reviewed at [dxe.io/conduct](https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fdxe.io%2Fconduct%3Ffbclid%3DIwcGRvZgFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFQNExud2ZCZmRBQkRCYXJFc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHq43iYhXE6D7HJZC_GNEQuILbhNxKUVFdtOdt-NhshiX7-i5KRowOqC5S1Ca_aem_jye5pP0T2FAqY13hXbDGhg&h=AUAtC0AHIgJL7lbHiZQ-Y3kguJS0TBHq_Se1IOOnEiosGiFLmlMAMx8pYUO7yDnvAArV9o4nj3p9C23w2LZtAuTqTyHBR8eImc58avakL-zeNSZgJ1avt-jQPAs8fVJpMAdVRrocAILhqGBbefVm8LotACNyZu3c&__tn__=q&c%5B0%5D=AUB9cyT-sA-VBxftMLKI3FvOmpKi2tl8NJueWql5aAj6mc-YN4LI4sD7n18Mh89ywVauPyjgRM2X1e62aK8GzqDXXIFqVF9WD1zCNoRdclg8Q3jD0IleYd82xB3wI3ykb6BlyxcZDwmmFR3a_fO2uTRM1Cb1aXMSzfM). To learn about our vision, goals, strategy and more check out the San Francisco Bay Area chapter Activist Handbook here: [dxe.io/handbook](http://dxe.io/handbook?fbclid=IwcGRvZgFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFQNExud2ZCZmRBQkRCYXJFc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHn36Wpk4d012ezIw6cH1ikGasAkErqH98-fCSS0S9r1TICtu6U7psbVS-pBl_aem_NS41SByoiy09SAXHMMeYLQ)

Mahjong Community Night + Karaoke 🎤 @ Downtown Oakland

Come and join me at the 13 Orphans for Community Day to play Mahjong and listen to people sing karaoke and maybe you'll sing too. Please note you have to have some experience playing Mahjong, since they will not have any coaches onsite.* To give as many guests as possible a chance to play, we operate on a rotation system. If all mahjong tables are full and there is a waitlist, our team may ask players who have been seated for a while to take a short break so we can rotate new guests into the game. If you're asked to rotate off a table, we appreciate your patience—we will do our best to seat you again within 20–30 minutes. During that time, feel free to grab a drink, mingle, observe other games, or cheer on fellow players. Thank you for helping us create a fun and welcoming experience for everyone! Community Day is one of the ways we honor ancestral legacy and traditions. A love letter to culture, rooted in nostalgia. Come one, come all. Entry is free! * Also please RSVP for the event in advance to get sitting at a table. Website Event Link: [https://www.exploretock.com/babas-house-13-orphans-oakland/event/574380/community-day-canto-club-karaoke-mahjong](https://www.exploretock.com/babas-house-13-orphans-oakland/event/574380/community-day-canto-club-karaoke-mahjong)

Meetup: The Truth About the "Exotic Pet" (Wildlife) Industry

Liz Cabrera Holtz, Senior Campaign Manager at World Animal Protection, will be presenting about the hidden and cruel industry of breeding and selling wild animals as “exotic pets”. She will provide an overview of the issue, what investigations have found, which companies are involved, and what we can do about it! Learn more about Liz and World Animal Protection at [worldanimalprotection.us](http://worldanimalprotection.us/?fbclid=IwcGRvZgFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETEwZ1M3U3U3R1FLdVNwN3kxc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHrZSvSp8GsyjzFf9KGPghPf-tgHqQf2k1XcP-4Xg_gHKoY8dI5GErfOPsN2__aem_ZfFCpTQFNodLngOpw9Hzuw) Shortly after the Meetup we’ll be carpooling to San Francisco to protest Petco to stop selling animals ([dxe.io/petco](https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fdxe.io%2Fpetco%3Ffbclid%3DIwcGRvZgFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETEwZ1M3U3U3R1FLdVNwN3kxc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHmkG9FVSOClTUxj0OhPGgsLXPM7_ur1wOvDvaGn0wJoPqhd-PGiJbYh7IQFY_aem_FsLLu373XKdQMNMpItlx6Q&h=AUD9u1bQilKa-GhHWqKYK4_M3axKkBoCmZV65BdJ0hq3hyQbKXyQThMb1gxmIDOtYlMLPlYVmInoeuE7tvqj_q95f0SG0K60bAGeqPVz5Xk0eO3_Xz-Ib4Rwrx3gQJMv3qxUgB5T2vuM1eGsD_i84C53c0RuuU_p&__tn__=q&c%5B0%5D=AUA4rcqmuNcB2q3v9oJM7CvE_e0teBrD-tnjjpJUFKLPjHedymtlPw4tRfGAlEr1pU7PHCoIFKisxx8tSU_qBH9p659xkCZgAX_ktPrTv3q62Vj5fYhi10OS45aGHe8S1mLLqoOuBTeQCNgH_pgvZbUdKaGimVGhtko))! For that protest we will meet at 2pm at Franklin Square at the corner of 16th St and Bryant St, San Francisco (37.765424, -122.410229). Fresh coffee, tea, and a delicious plant-based brunch will be provided at the Meetup as well! **Where:** Berkeley Animal Rights Center West (2414 6th St, Berkeley) **When:** Saturday, September 5th 11am-12:30pm **What:** Hangout and presentation \- ARC West is a 30 minute walk from North Berkeley BART and only a 10 minute walk from the 51B bus stop at University and 6th St\. \- Dogs that like other dogs are welcome at this event\! \- There will be plant\-based brunch and coffee\, donations accepted \- If you cannot join in person\, you can join at 11:15am on Zoom at this link: [dxe.io/meetupzoom](http://dxe.io/meetupzoom?fbclid=IwcGRvZgFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETEwZ1M3U3U3R1FLdVNwN3kxc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHrZSvSp8GsyjzFf9KGPghPf-tgHqQf2k1XcP-4Xg_gHKoY8dI5GErfOPsN2__aem_ZfFCpTQFNodLngOpw9Hzuw) Every Saturday at 11am we have Meetups for everyone and anyone who cares about animals and making the world a better place! Learn more about our values here: [dxe.io/values](http://dxe.io/values?fbclid=IwcGRvZgFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETEwZ1M3U3U3R1FLdVNwN3kxc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHmwPtb8n8dNcrF9nPk6DEvi5Pg5H1JJZceWqzfbJ0IfztK9BwMpkHyBhX6Z1_aem_NWQ89Vaglw-N1pbnWKx76Q) \-\-\- Direct Action Everywhere (DxE) is a grassroots network of animal rights activists. Through open rescue, demonstration, and disruption, we are creating a world where every animal is safe, happy and free. DxE cultivates a welcoming and supportive community. We ask that all those who attend our events (online and offline) respect our Code of Conduct which can be reviewed at [dxe.io/conduct](https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fdxe.io%2Fconduct%3Ffbclid%3DIwcGRvZgFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETEwZ1M3U3U3R1FLdVNwN3kxc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHrZSvSp8GsyjzFf9KGPghPf-tgHqQf2k1XcP-4Xg_gHKoY8dI5GErfOPsN2__aem_ZfFCpTQFNodLngOpw9Hzuw&h=AUBhaC94l0NR6oIYX4uTzA67Eg070ZtzbiO76O-Repx_YcizmEws3FUc6yoFN8QHpcPXpPNRLD5pVlfku7yp1y423XtRu-Ke95Xumc9UuZmWXo67IbnMYOJSPo5Mh1VdecJzGz14eEoKVD8bfRiyy_XnOupiBTV3&__tn__=q&c%5B0%5D=AUA4rcqmuNcB2q3v9oJM7CvE_e0teBrD-tnjjpJUFKLPjHedymtlPw4tRfGAlEr1pU7PHCoIFKisxx8tSU_qBH9p659xkCZgAX_ktPrTv3q62Vj5fYhi10OS45aGHe8S1mLLqoOuBTeQCNgH_pgvZbUdKaGimVGhtko) To learn about our vision, goals, strategy and more check out the San Francisco Bay Area chapter Activist Handbook here [dxe.io/handbook](https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fdxe.io%2Fhandbook%3Ffbclid%3DIwcGRvZgFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETEwZ1M3U3U3R1FLdVNwN3kxc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHmwPtb8n8dNcrF9nPk6DEvi5Pg5H1JJZceWqzfbJ0IfztK9BwMpkHyBhX6Z1_aem_NWQ89Vaglw-N1pbnWKx76Q&h=AUACliMTnkDcRIzzxcDePVavT8md1Kk56E1JAItnISkUadoE6FLUVjzSggx43N2qEE2WcwO0X6ENHkqk3p95XMPM4ANc2shxqpmV-zooGdD0TpyBC5vv0DwNRMCBmuVBlk4Gkndr0LTbcgoF2BbbrhiIbkDgxq_y&__tn__=q&c%5B0%5D=AUA4rcqmuNcB2q3v9oJM7CvE_e0teBrD-tnjjpJUFKLPjHedymtlPw4tRfGAlEr1pU7PHCoIFKisxx8tSU_qBH9p659xkCZgAX_ktPrTv3q62Vj5fYhi10OS45aGHe8S1mLLqoOuBTeQCNgH_pgvZbUdKaGimVGhtko) If you have any questions or concerns, please e-mail sfbay@directactioneverywhere.com

Start Your Saturday with Qigong 免费大雁功, 开始美好一天

**Start your Saturday with Qigong** Gentle movement. Mindful breathing. Restored balance. Join our **free weekly sessions** to improve focus, reduce stress, and boost energy. All levels are welcome—perfect for beginners and families! **When & Where** 📍 San Francisco Marina Branch Library – Outdoor Patio *(Between the library and the children’s playground)* 🚍 Short walk from Muni lines 30, 45, 22, 28, and 43 🚗 Free/permit parking at Marina Green Park (12-min walk) **What to Bring** ☀️ Sunscreen, hat, gloves for sun protection 🌧️ Sessions canceled if it rains **Featured on the SF Marina Branch Library calendar:** https://sfpl.org/locations/marina

Muse and Mingle: Saturday at the De Young

Looking for a fun and relaxing way to spend your Saturday afternoon? Join us at the de Young Museum for art, inspiration, and good conversations with like-minded women. Explore the permanent collection for free, or check out the special exhibition if you’d like. Wander the galleries at your own pace and enjoy a relaxed afternoon together. Saturday, Sep 12th | 3:00 to 5:00 PM Advance [ticket reservation](https://www.famsf.org/events/free-saturdays-de-young) required. Free admission to the permanent collection. Special exhibitions require a separate ticket. Come solo or bring a friend!

Come Play Mahjong - Tuesday Night @ Oakland

Sunday Kickball @ Bushrod Park!

BASS presents our favorite event, kickball! We will be at our normal spot in the East Bay at Bushrod Park in Oakland! Bring your soccer cleats (for better grip on the field), sunscreen, and athletic wear and water for a fun time out! For those who haven't played kickball before, the rules will be explained and demonstrated before we start. Depending on the attendance, we'll either have 2 teams facing off or a rotation of 3 teams all together. Then after we may hit the local pizza/bar scene if everyone still wants to hang out. We have a HARD START at 1pm, so please be sure to show up on time for warmups! (We also nearly lost the field previously because not enough people were there on time) See you there soon! 🔴 Note: Please, please, please don’t no show. 🙏 It makes these events really difficult to plan. If you no show once, you will be given lower priority for future events. The second time, you will be removed from the event list for any attendee limited event we host.

Gaga (Handball/Dodgeball variation) & Other Lawn Games @ Alameda Gaga Court

Join us for games of **GAGA**! Gaga is similar to handball and is a low-impact, fast moving fun game that rotates players quickly, so its a great way to meet new people and keep moving! The location of the court on Alameda island is here: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/VeqmD6oz6AbAksYB8 ](https://maps.app.goo.gl/VeqmD6oz6AbAksYB8) The rules of Gaga are super simple and as follows: * *All players start with one hand touching a wall of the pit.* * *The game begins with a referee throwing the ball into the center of the pit.* * *Once the ball is in play, any player can hit the ball with an open or closed hand.* * *If a ball touches a player below the knee (even if the player hits himself or herself) they are out and they leave the pit. If a player is hit above the knees, the play continues.* * *Players cannot hold the ball* If you have any other games like spike ball, cornhole, or soccer or volleyballs, please feel free to bring them as well! We will have some additional activities set up on the sides for people to play and socialize while in between games of gaga.